Hoisin sauce is a thick, dark, sweet-savory Chinese condiment commonly used in Chinese cuisine. It is used as a marinade, dipping sauce, in stir-fries, or drizzled over finished dishes. The sauce is known for its sweet, salty, and tangy flavor, and it is often used in dishes such as Peking duck, barbecue, and as a dipping sauce for spring rolls
. It is typically made with ingredients such as sugar, soybeans, garlic, vinegar, and various spices, and it can be used in a variety of dishes, including chicken, salmon, ribs, tofu, and veggies
. Homemade hoisin sauce can be made from common pantry ingredients such as soy sauce, garlic, ginger, molasses, and peanut butter
